Middle East Accountant

Grade Level (for internal use):

*This role is exclusively for Saudi nationals. Please note that we do not offer sponsorship for this position.

About the Role:

The Middle East Accountant supports the EMEA Controllers organization as well as the Finance teams across the region to ensure that the accounting operations are timely and accurately reported and that local statutory and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) requirements are adhered to in addition to supporting enterprise-wide initiatives.

The Team

The EMEA Enterprise Controller team is responsible for the month end close management & statutory reporting and internal controls across the region. The team values collaboration across various corporate functions in delivering to our internal & external stakeholders and a strong team ethic. The role reports to the Middle East Controller.

Responsibilities and Impact

This position supports the EMEA Controllers team locally to ensure internal and external reporting is timely reported and in compliance with IFRS or other local statutory requirements. This position supports the Middle East Controller in partnering locally with business and operations to ensure that governance and internal controls are adhered to driving operational excellence.

• Analysis/interrogation of key balance sheet & P&L accounts with preparation and posting of any associated journals.

• Support with month end processes including the preparation & posting of journals balance sheet reconciliations.

• Preparation of monthly management accounts.

• Preparation and posting of payroll journals.

• Preparation of financial statements for legal entities in accordance with IFRS and US GAAP.

• Liaising and interacting with external auditors pursuant to the timely completion of statutory audits carried out on legal entities.

• Ensuring timely submission of financial/non-financial information to local authorities in Middle East.

• Assistance with preparation of tax returns and associated accounting workflows including processing of payment and balance sheet reconciliation of related accounts.

• Assistance with preparation of VAT returns and associated accounting workflows including processing of payment and balance sheet reconciliation of related accounts.

• Support the wider Controllers team with merger acquisition & disposal projects legal entity restructuring projects and other ad hoc tasks impacting the region.

• To support on process improvement projects identifying and implementing best practice processes across the region.

What Were Looking For:

An individual with a high attention to detail who is well organized. Someone with strong interpersonal written and oral communication skills. You will have a strong desire to exceed expectations and are a real team player with an innate desire to contribute to change. You consider yourself systems savvy and have preferably worked with Oracle Alteryx Tableau and understand the FinTech industry (or wish to).

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Saudi National

• Fluency in English (professional/business level).

• 3-5 years experience in a finance or accounting role preferably in Public Accounting including a thorough understanding of IFRS and accounting standards generally accepted in the United States (US GAAP)

• Strong problem-solving ability

• Good interpersonal written and oral communication skills

• Well organized and able to prioritize conflicting deadlines

• Attention to detail

• Strong desire to exceed expectations

• Results orientated

Preferred Qualifications:

• ACA / CPA / CA / ACCA or equivalent certification

• Bachelors degree in public accounting Accounting Finance or equivalent

• Good understanding general tax accounting and local tax regimes

• Experience of financial statement preparation under IFRS and US GAAP

Whats In It For You

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information imagination people technologythe right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

Were more than 35000 strong worldwideso were able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. Were committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new sustainable ways of doing business. Were constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity Discovery Partnership

At S&P Global we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history the worlds leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do bring a spirit of discovery to our work and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. Thats why we provide everything youand your careerneed to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay retirement planning a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: Its not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones too with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awardssmall perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global we are committed to fostering a connected andengaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills experience and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness transparency and merit ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration we drive innovation and power global markets.

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